A mutually rewarding experience.

Work. Realize your ambitions. And realize there’s more to being in business than just making a profit. That’s the Mars philosophy. And the opportunity we offer every one of our Associates. An opportunity to take what you do and make it mean more for you, for those around you and for the planet.  What you get here is challenging, interesting work. You get the tools you need to do a great job and you get to have the best possible people on your side to help you do it. And at the same time as getting to find ways to do business better today than we did it yesterday and driving a great career, you also get to build a more enlightened business and drive sustainability.

Because it’s never just about a single person, a single project or a single brand. It’s about how you can grab everything that’s within your reach here and use it to pursue mutual, long-term gain. It’s about having ideas. And ideals. Being prepared to risk failure because the promise of success means we’ll all be a little better off. It’s that mix of integrity and ambition that makes Mars such a special place to work. And why working here is always about more than just a job.

About Mars, Incorporated 

Mars is a family-owned business with more than a century of history making diverse products and offering services for people and the pets people love. With almost $35 billion in sales, the company is a global business that produces some of the world’s best-loved brands: M&M’s®, SNICKERS®, TWIX®, MILKY WAY®, DOVE®, PEDIGREE®, ROYAL CANIN®, WHISKAS®, EXTRA®, ORBIT®, 5™, SKITTLES®, UNCLE BEN’S®, MARS DRINKS and COCOAVIA®. Mars also provides veterinary health services that include BANFIELD® Pet Hospitals, Blue Pearl®, VCA® and Pet Partners™. Headquartered in McLean, VA, Mars operates in more than 80 countries. The Mars Five Principles – Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom – inspire its more than 100,000 Associates to create value for all its partners and deliver growth they are proud of every day.

 

Q&FS Technician

The position provides key review of thermal process records to ensure conformance to regulatory requirements for food safety and established Mars quality standards. The Q&FS Technician proactively identifies changes to quality systems to minimize quality and/or food safety risks to the business and maintains strong preventative programs. The position is responsible for the maintenance of the required quality records and documentation, including all elements required by the USDA, FDA, CFIA, and FSSC 22000 standard in addition to all elements of the Mars QMP, except for HACCP programs. The position provides an ongoing organizational requirement to audit and report all quality records and measurement data, especially “critical factors” outlined in the process filing with the FDA. The job involves regulatory administration; training, auditing, problem-solving and assuring corrective actions are properly implemented.

 

What are we looking for?

• BS Degree in Food Science, Engineering, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Agriculture, Agronomy or Genetics, and up to 1-year internship, co-op working in Food Manufacturing Industry 
• Or equivalent experience in Food Manufacturing environment working in Quality, Food Safety, or Operations.
• Proficient in job relevant computer programs i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote
• Problem solving (e.g. root cause analyses, six sigma, lean tools)
• Technical knowledge of raw materials, packaging and process at the site
• Statistics and Statistical Process Control
• Risk Assessments
• Ability to train others

 

What would be your key responsibilities?

• Owner of our portfolio performance, sku optimization, segmentation and pricing strategies
• Innovation launches (new products/services/packaging changes)
• Work In collaboration with the Digital and Media team to scale our consumer reach
• Accountable to drive programs that drive Vet recommendation (prescription - conversion - adherence)
• Develop our VET OGSM
• Set annual plans in conjunction with sales and scientific communication team
• Establish budget using zero base budgeting methodology, track ROI and deliver within approved budget
• Liaise with the North American team and Global stake holders (Activity management, Global Brand Team)
• Accountable to deliver a compelling vision on the future of new services as well as a path to deployment (telemedicine, pet Insurance, diagnostics, tailored nutrition, pet activity monitoring…)
• Work In collaboration with our VET ecosystem (Mars Petcare, Antech, VCA, Blue Pearl, Banfield etc.) to grow areas of mutual partnerships
• Participation In S&OP+ periodical process Including with enhanced responsibilities in step 1 PMR (Portfolio Management Review)
• Follow, support and execute against all QMP processes (Quality Management process)
• Build the functional capability and the engagement among local marketing team
• Provide thorough personal development plan objectives and reviews

 

What can you expect from Mars?

• Chance to work on world-renowned brands such as Ben’s Original & Seeds of Change
• Opportunity to make better food today for a better world tomorrow.
• Opportunity to work with one of the largest privately held organizations
• An industry competitive compensation plan
• The opportunity to learn and develop, taking charge of your own career across Mars

 

 

A criminal records check will be required for this position.

Mars is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.

Mars Canada is committed to equity in employment and diversity. Mars Canada will provide an inclusive and barrier free recruitment process to applicants with accessibility needs in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require a disability-related accommodation during this process, please inform Mars Canada of your requirements. For more information please review Mars Canada's Accessibility Policy and address any questions about that policy to MarsCanada.Accessibility@effem.com.

 

 

Mars is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.